General Electric JV966DSS User Manual

Range Hoods

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LI1P4H 49-80520-2 06-09 JR

Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . 2, 3

Operating Instructions

Fan Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Light Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Care and Cleaning

Grease Filters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Hood Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Stainless Steel Surfaces . . . . . . . . .5

Installation Instructions . . .7–18

Troubleshooting Tips . . . . . . . .19

Consumer Support

Consumer Support . . . . . . . . . . 24

Owner Registration . . . . . . .21, 22

Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Write the model and serial
numbers here:

Model # ________________

Serial # ________________

You can find them on a label
on the inside of the hood.

JV936
JV966

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.

WARNING –

TO REDUCE THE RISK
OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR INJURY TO PERSONS,
OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:

A. Use this unit only in the manner intended

by the manufacturer. If you have questions,
contact the manufacturer.

B. Before servicing or cleaning unit, switch

power off at service panel and lock the service
disconnecting means to prevent power from
being switched on accidentally. When the
service disconnecting means cannot be locked,
securely fasten a prominent warning device,
such as a tag, to the service panel.

C. Do not use this unit with any solid-state speed

control device.

D. This unit must be grounded.

CAUTION –

For general ventilating use
only. Do not use to exhaust hazardous or explosive
materials and vapors.

CAUTION –

To reduce risk of fire and to
properly exhaust air, be sure to duct air outside.
Do not vent exhaust air into spaces within walls or
ceilings or into attics, crawl spaces or garages.

WARNING –

TO REDUCE THE RISK
OF INJURY TO PERSONS IN THE EVENT OF A RANGE
TOP GREASE FIRE, OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING*:

A. SMOTHER FLAMES with a close-fitting

lid, cookie sheet or metal tray, then turn off
the burner. BE CAREFUL TO PREVENT
BURNS. If the flames do not go out
immediately, EVACUATE AND CALL
THE FIRE DEPARTMENT.

B. NEVER PICK UP A FLAMING PAN—

You may be burned.

C. DO NOT USE WATER, including wet

dishcloths or towels—a violent steam
explosion will result.

D. Use an extinguisher ONLY if:

1. You know you have a Class ABC

extinguisher, and you already know how
to operate it.

2. The fire is small and contained in the
area where it started.

3. The fire department is being called.

4. You can fight the fire with your back to

an exit.

* Based on “Kitchen Fire Safety Tips

” published

by NFPA.

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Operating Instructions Safety InstructionsCare and Cleaning

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READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY.

READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

WARNING –

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF

A RANGE TOP GREASE FIRE:

A. Never leave surface units unattended at high

settings. Boilovers cause smoking and greasy
spillovers that may ignite. Heat oils slowly on
low or medium settings.

B.

Always turn hood ON when cooking on high
heat or when flambéing food (i.e. Crepes
Suzette, Cherries Jubilee, Peppercorn Beef
Flambé).

C. Clean ventilating fans frequently. Grease

should not be allowed to accumulate on fan
or filter.

D. Use proper pan size. Always use cookware

appropriate for the size of the surface element.

WARNING –

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF
FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR INJURY TO PERSONS,
OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:

A. Installation work and electrical wiring must be

done by qualified person(s) in accordance
with all applicable codes and standards,
including fire-rated construction.

B. Sufficient air is needed for proper

combustion and exhausting of gases through
the flue (chimney) of fuel burning equipment
to prevent back drafting. Follow the heating
equipment manufacturer’s guidelines and
safety standards such as those published by
the National Fire Protection Association
(NFPA), the American Society for Heating,
Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Engineers
(ASHRAE) and the local code authorities.

C. When cutting or drilling into wall or ceiling,

do not damage electrical wiring and other
hidden utilities.

D. Ducted fans must always be vented to the

outdoors.

WARNING –

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF

FIRE, USE ONLY METAL DUCTWORK.

■ Do not attempt to repair or replace any

part of your hood unless it is specifically
recommended in this manual. All other
servicing should be referred to a qualified
technician.

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Using the hood controls.

Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model.

FAN Control

Turn the

FAN

speed control to

LO, MED LO,

MED HI

or

HI,

as needed.

Continuous use of the fan system while cooking
helps keep the kitchen comfortable and less
humid. It also reduces cooking odors and soiling
moisture that create a frequent need for
cleaning.

NOTE: When the fan is operating on the LO setting,
it will be very quiet. Always make sure that the fan
is turned OFF when you are finished in the kitchen.

LIGHT Control

Turn the

LIGHT

control to HIfor bright light while

cooking. Turn to

NITE

for use as a night light.

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Care and cleaning of the vent hood.

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Be sure electrical power is off and all surfaces are cool before cleaning or servicing any part of the
vent hood.

The hood has 2 metal reusable
grease filters.

The metal filters trap grease
released by foods on the cooktop.
They also help prevent flaming
foods on the cooktop from
damaging the inside of the hood.

For this reason, the filters must

ALWAYS

be in place when the
hood is used. The grease filters
should be cleaned once a month,
or as needed.

To clean the grease filters

, soak
them and then swish them around
in hot water and detergent.
Don’t use ammonia or ammonia
products because they will darken
the metal. Do not use abrasives or
oven cleaners. Light brushing can
be used to remove embedded dirt.
Rinse, shake and let them dry
before replacing.

To remove:

Grasp the filter handle and pull it
up, forward and out.

To replace:

Hold the filter at the bottom
with the handle.

Place the top end of the filter
against the inside front of the
hood.

Slide it up until it stops and
push the bottom end back
until it snaps into place.

Reusable Metal Grease Filters

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Safety Instructions Care and Cleaning

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Do not use a steel wool pad; it will
scratch the surface.

To clean the stainless steel
surface, use warm sudsy water or
a stainless steel cleaner or polish.
Always wipe the surface in the
direction of the grain. Follow the
cleaner instructions for cleaning
the stainless steel surface.

To inquire about purchasing
stainless steel appliance cleaner or
polish, or to find the location of a
dealer nearest you, please call our
toll-free number:

National Parts Center

800.626.2002
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Stainless Steel Surfaces

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Care and cleaning of the vent hood.

Be sure electrical power is off and all surfaces are cool before cleaning or servicing any part of
the vent hood.

Hood Lights

NOTE: The glass cover should be removed

only when cold. Wearing latex gloves may
offer a better grip.

CAUTION:

Before replacing
your light bulb, disconnect the electrical
power to the hood at the main fuse or
circuit breaker panel.

Be sure to let the light cover and bulb cool
completely.

For your safety, do not touch a hot bulb
with bare hands or a damp cloth.

To remove:

Turn the glass cover counterclockwise
until the glass cover clears the socket.

Using gloves or a dry cloth, remove
the bulb by pulling it straight out.

To replace:

Use a new 12-volt, 20-watt (maximum)
Halogen bulb for a G-4 base.

Using gloves or a dry cloth, remove
the new bulb from its packaging.

NOTE: Do not touch the new halogen bulb
with bare fingers. Touching the bulb with
bare fingers will significantly reduce the
life of the bulb.

Push the bulb straight into the
receptacle all the way.

Place the glass cover onto the socket
and turn clockwise until secure.

For improved lighting, clean the glass
cover frequently using a damp cloth.
This should be done when the hood
is completely cool.

Reconnect electrical power to
the hood.

Bulb

Socket

Glass cover

Receptacle

Use gloves
or cloth

Receptacle

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BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Read these instructions completely and carefully.

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IMPORTANT – Save these instructions for

local inspector’s use.

IMPORTANT – Obser ve all governing

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codes and ordinances.

Note to Installer – Be sure to leave these instruc-

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tions with the Consumer.

Note to Consumer – Keep these instructions for

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future reference.

Skill Level – Installation of this vent hood requires

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basic mechanical and electrical skills.

Completion time – 1 to 3 hours.

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• Proper installation is the responsibility of the installer.

• Product failure due to improper installation is not
covered under the Warranty.

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PRODUCT DIMENSIONS

12"

18"

21"

30" Models
Requires a 30" Wide Opening

12"

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29-7/8"

CAUTION:

Due to the weight and size of these vent hoods and to
reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the
product, TWO PEOPLE ARE REQUIRED FOR

PROPER INSTALLATION.

FOR YOUR SAFETY:

Before beginning the installation, switch power off at
service panel and lock the service disconnecting means
to prevent power from being switched on accidentally.
When the service disconnecting means cannot be
locked, securely fasten a prominent warning device,
such as a tag, to the service panel.

18"

21"

36" Models
Requires a 36" Wide Opening

35-7/8"

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INSTALLATION CLEARANCES

These vent hoods are designed to be installed onto a
wall. They may be installed beneath a soffit or cabinet.

• Install these hoods 24 Min. to 36 Max. above the
cooking surface.

SOFFIT INSTALLATION

SOFFIT

24" MIN.
36" MAX.

In this installation the ductwork running from the
top of the hood will be concealed in the soffit or
upper cabinetry.

WALL MOUNT INSTALLATION

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES

Duct Cover

A Decorative duct cover is available to accommodate
8 to 10 ft. ceiling heights. The duct cover will expand
from 12 Min. or 24 to 34 Max. height.

• The duct cover conceals the ductwork running
from the top of the hood to the ceiling.

• The duct cover accessory fits both 30 and 36 wide
models. Order the duct cover accessory at the same
time as the vent hood. All accessories should be on
site at the time of hood installation.

Order JXCHSS.

2 Wood
Screws

2 Washers

2 Wall

Fasteners

Ceiling Bracket

24" MIN.

36" MAX.

For this installation, a decorative duct cover is
available to conceal the ductwork running from
the top of the hood. Use of the duct cover requires
special consideration to the installation height
above the countertop. See page 12 for details.

4 Phillips Head

Screws

2 Phillips Head

Decorative Screws

2-Piece
Duct Cover With
Ceiling Bracket

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ADVANCE PLANNING

Ductwork Planning

• This hood may be vented vertically through upper
cabinets, soffit or ceiling. A duct transition piece is
supplied for vertical exhaust. Use locally supplied
elbows to vent horizontally through the rear wall.
See page 13.

• Determine the exact location of the vent hood.

• Plan the route for venting exhaust to the outdoors.

• Use the shortest and straightest duct route possible.

For satisfactory performance, duct run should not
exceed 100 equivalent length for any duct
configurations.

• Refer to “Duct Fittings” chart to compute the maximum
permissible length for duct runs to the outdoors.

• Use metal ductwork only.

• A transition piece for 7 round duct is supplied. Use

7 round duct or you may use 3-1/4 x 12 rectangular.

• Install a wall cap or roof cap with damper at the

exterior opening. Order the wall or roof cap and
any transition needed in advance.

Kit – JXDW1

Order kit JXDW1 if your installation requires horizontal
ducting from the top of the hood through the back wall and:

• You have an 8 ft. ceiling and need to use a JXCH

Series Chimney Cover, or

• You have a 12 cabinet or 12 soffit that the hood is to

be mounted beneath.

This kit provides a duct transition from 7 round to

1

⁄4 x 10 rectangular for through-the-wall venting.

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Wall Framing for Adequate Support

• This vent hood is heavy. Adequate structural support

must be provided. The hood must be secured to
vertical studs in the wall. See page 14.

• We strongly recommend that the vent hood with

duct cover be on site before final framing and wall
finishing. This will also help to accurately locate the
ductwork and electrical service.

DECORATIVE DUCT COVERS

A decorative duct cover is available to fit both model
widths. The duct cover conceals the ductwork running
from the top of the hood to the ceiling or soffit. The
duct cover will fit 8 ft. to 10 ft. ceiling heights. See page
12 for details.

POWER SUPPLY

IMPORTANT – (Please read carefully)

WARNING:

FOR PERSONAL SAFETY, THIS APPLIANCE MUST
BE PROPERLY GROUNDED.

Remove house fuse or open circuit breaker before
beginning installation.

Do not use an extension cord or adapter plug with
this appliance. Follow National electrical codes or
prevailing local codes and ordinances.

Electrical supply

This vent hood must be supplied with 120V, 60Hz, and
connected to an individual, properly grounded branch
circuit, and protected by a 15 or 20 amp circuit breaker
or time delay fuse.

• Wiring must be 2 wire with ground.

• If the electrical supply does not meet the above
requirements, call a licensed electrician before
proceeding.

• Route house wiring as close to the installation
location as possible in the ceiling, soffit or wall.
See page 13 for details.

• Connect the wiring to the house wiring in

accordance with local codes.

DUCT FITTINGS

Follow these guidelines for proper duct sizing in the
ducting charts.

DUCTING CHART - 30" and 36" Models

Equivalent Length in Feet For 7" Round Duct

025

600

500

400

300

Air Volume in CFM

200

7" Round 90 Elbow = 14 ft.

MAXIMUM DUCT LENGTH: 7 dia. duct, should not
exceed 100 equivalent feet.

50

75 100 125 150

7" Roof Cap = 39 ft.

Grounding instructions

The grounding conductor must be connected to a
ground metal, permanent wiring system, or an
equipment-grounding terminal or lead on the hood.

WARNING: The improper connection

of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in a
risk of electric shock. Check with a qualified electrician
or service representative if you are in doubt whether
the appliance is properly grounded.

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DUCT FITTINGS

Total

Equivalent Quantity Equivalent

Duct Piece Dimensions Length* Used Length

7″ Round, 1 ft.
straight (per foot

length)

3-1⁄4″ x 12″ 1 ft.
straight (per foot

length)

7″ 90

° elbow

14 ft.

7″ 45° elbow 9 ft.

3-1⁄4″ x 12″
90° elbow 15 ft.

3-1⁄4″ x 12″
45° elbow 9 ft.

3-1⁄4″ x 12″
90° flat elbow 36 ft.

7″ round to
3-1⁄4″ x 12″
transition 1 ft.

3-1⁄4″ x 12″ to 7″ round
transition 1 ft.

7″ round to
3-1/4″ x 12″
transition 90° elbow 4 ft.

3-1⁄4″ x 12″ to 7″ round
transition 90° elbow 4 ft.

7″ Round
wall cap
with damper 28 ft. (21 ft. without damper)

3-1⁄4″ x 12″
wall cap with
damper 26 ft. (19 ft. without damper)

7″ Round
roof cap 39 ft.

Round
roof vent 24 ft.

Use this chart to compute maximum
permissible lengths for duct runs to
outdoors.

Do not exceed maximum permissible equivalent

lengths!

Maximum duct length:
100 foot for vent hoods.

Flexible ducting:

If flexible metal ducting is used,
all the equivalent feet values in
the table should be doubled.
The flexible metal duct should
be straight and smooth and
extended as much as possible.

Do NOT use flexible plastic ducting.

Total Duct Run

Any home ventilation system, such as a
ventilation hood, may interrupt the proper flow of
combustion air and exhaust required by fireplaces,
gas furnaces, gas water heaters and other naturally
vented systems. To minimize the chance of interruption
of such naturally vented systems, follow the heating
equipment manufacturer’s guidelines and safety
standards such as those published by NFPA and ASHRAE.

*Actual length of straight duct plus duct fitting equivalent.

Equivalent length of duct pieces are based on actual
tests conducted by GE Evaluation Engineering and
reflect requirements for good venting performance
with any ventilation hood.

This Hood Must Use 7″ Round

Duct. It Can Transition To

3-1/4″ x 12″ Duct

Using a smaller diameter duct size

will reduce performance

Kit – JXDW1

Order kit JXDW1 if your installation

requires horizontal ducting from the
top of the hood through the back
wall and:

• You have an 8 ft. ceiling and need to
use a JXCH Series Chimney Cover, or

• You have a 12″ cabinet or 12 soffit

that the hood is to be mounted
beneath.

This kit provides a duct transition

from 7″ round to

3

1

⁄4″ x 10″

rectangular for

through-the-wall

Note:

Note:

venting.

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TOOLS AND MATERIALS
REQUIRED

(NOT SUPPLIED)

Pencil and

tape measure

Spirit level

Phillips and

Flat blade screwdrivers

Duct tape

Electric drill with
1/8 and 3/8 bits

1/4 pivoting hex socket

Safety glasses

Flashlight

Saber saw or Key Hole Saw

Tin Snips

Hammer

Pliers

Additional Materials:

• 120V 60Hz. 15 or 20 Amp, 2 wire with ground.

Properly grounded branch circuit.

• Strain relief for junction box.

• 7” round metal duct, 3-1/4” x 10” rectangular duct

or 3-1/4” x 12” rectangular duct length to suit installation.

Wire Cutter/

Stripper

Ladder

Allen

Wrench

REMOVE THE PACKAGING

• Lift the hood out of the box.

• Remove shipping screws holding the wood mounting
piece to the back side of the hood. Set aside wood

mounting piece and screws for later installation. Do not

discard.

• Remove junction box cover and knockout.

• Install strain relief onto back or top of hood.

• Remove all tape and packing material from the

hood, duct transition and motor.

UL Listed Wire nuts

• Remove parts package from the shaped cardboard

insert.

“V”

• Remove the shaped carton insert.

“V”

• Remove the small box housing the motor.

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Wood

Mounting

Support

Hood

Parts

Package

Shipping Carton

Motor

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PARTS PROVIDED

Locate the hardware accessory box packed with the
hood and check contents.

2 Aluminum

Grease Filters

fasteners, washers

Screws, wall

Filter

Support

Duct

Transition

with Damper

DUCT COVER REQUIREMENTS

We recommend that the vent hood and decorative
duct cover (if used) be on site before final framing and
wall finishing. This will help to accurately locate studs,
ductwork and electrical service. Read these instructions
to determine if the duct cover accessory can be used for
your installation situation.

Duct Cover Accessory:

• Use the decorative duct
cover to conceal ductwork
running from the top of
the hood to the ceiling.

• The duct cover accessory
consists of 2 pieces. The
outside piece is 12 high,
the inside piece is 22 .
Nested together they are
24 min., expanding to
a total maximum height
of 34 .

• The outside piece can
be used alone to fill a
12 height.

• For heights over 12 , the
ceiling bracket must be
installed to secure the
cover at the top.

22"

11"

12"

12"

12"

Review the following examples to ensure a trouble free
installation using the duct cover accessory.

8 ft. Ceilings: The hood must
be installed at 30 above the
cooking surface (or 66 above
the floor). The duct cover will
not fit if the hood is installed at
a lower or higher height. Use
the outside 12 section, discard
the inside section.

9 ft. Ceilings: Install the hood 24 min. and up to a maximum of 30
above the cooking surface. The duct cover will expand to reach
ceiling height.

9 ft. Ceiling

30"

24"

10 ft. Ceiling

34"

8 ft. Ceiling

12"

30"

24"

30"

30"

To avoid unsightly gaps, plan the hood installation height
for duct cover use.

• The cover will fit a 12 min. height from the top of the
hood to the ceiling, or 24 min. and expanding up to

34 from the top of the hood to the ceiling.

THE DUCT COVER CANNOT BE USED WHEN THE
DISTANCE ABOVE THE TOP OF THE HOOD IS
BETWEEN 12 AND 24 .

32"

10 ft. Ceilings: Install the hood 32 min. to 36 max. above the cooking
surface. The duct cover will expand to a maximum of 34 above the
top of the hood to meet the ceiling.

36" Max.

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DETERMINE HOOD, DUCTWORK AND WIRING LOCATIONS

Keep the wood support piece and its screws for

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later installation. Do not discard.

• Measure desired distance from the bottom of the
hood to the cooking surface, 24 min. to 36 Max.
Refer to the previous page if the accessory duct cover
will be used.

• Use a level to draw a horizontal line indicating the
bottom of the hood.

• Use a level to draw the cooktop centerline location.

• Measure 15-3/8 up from the horizontal line for the
bottom of the hood. Draw another horizontal line.

• Measure 18 up from the line for the bottom of the
hood, draw another horizontal line to indicate the
top of the hood.

FOR VERTICAL (Straight Up) DUCTING:

• If venting out the ceiling, extend the centerline
forward on the ceiling.

– Measure 6-7/8 from drywall to mark centerline for a

7-1/2 dia. duct hole on the ceiling.

– If drywall is not present, add drywall thickness to the

6-7/8 dimension.

Venting through a soffit or upper cabinet.

• Follow the same procedure for ceiling ducting to cut

the 7-1/2 dia. hole through the top of the cabinet or
soffit.

• See Step 4, page 15 for details to cut opening for

duct transition.

FOR DUCTING THROUGH REAR WALL:

• Measure the supplied duct transition with any straight
run length of duct used, plus 90 elbow height. Draw a
horizontal line on the wall intersecting the centerline.

6-7/8"
Centerline To Wall

7-1/2" Dia. Hole

FOR WALL VENT DUCT

Top of Hood

18"

Bottom of Hood

FOR CEILING
VENT DUCTING

Electrical

Centerline
8" Min. Above
Top of Hood

Wood

Support

Electrical

15-3/8"

House Wiring Location:

• The junction box is fastened to the back of the hood
on the right side. See illustrations for hood knockout
locations.

Note: The junction box can be relocated to the inside
top of the hood.
House wiring may enter the junction box from the rear
or the top of the hood at the right side.

To route house wiring through the ceiling or soffit:

–Cut a hole approximately 1 dia., 5-7/8 forward on

the ceiling, 11-1/8 to the right of the centerline for
30 models or 14-1/8 to the right of the centerline
for 36 models.

To route house wiring through the wall:

–Cut a hole approximately 1 dia., 10-1/16 down

from the top of the hood, 11-1/8 to the right of the
centerline for 30 models or 14-1/8 to the right
of the centerline for 36 models.

• Remove top or rear knockout depending on your

installation.
Install strain relief onto back or top of hood.

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14-1/8" for 36" Models
11-1/8" for 30" Models

5-7/8"

Knockout
Locations

10-1/16"

14-1/8" for 36" models
11-1/8" for 30" models

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13-1/16"

1/4"
Gap

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1 INSTALL HOOD SUPPORT

IMPORTANT: Framing must be capable of
supporting 100 lbs.

• Locate at least 2 vertical studs at the wood mounting
location by tapping drywall with a hammer or use a
stud finder.

• Center the supplied wood horizontal support, left to
right and below the marked line.

• Drill 1/8 pilot holes through the support, drywall

and into the studs. Secure the support to 2 or more
vertical studs with supplied wood screws.

IMPORTANT: Screws must penetrate at least 1-1/2
into vertical studs. Countersink screws into support.

• Install mounting screws in the center of the wood

support, 13-1/16 from the centerline. The screws
should protrude forward 1/4 . This 1/4 gap will
provide clearance to hang the hood.

2 INSTALL TRANSITION

• Place the transition piece over the hood exhaust.
Secure transition to hood with 4 screws provided.

• Use duct tape to seal the connection.

3 INSTALL HOOD ONTO WALL

• Lift the hood and place over the wood support.

The top keyhole slots in the hood should engage
the protruding mounting screws. Allow the hood
to slide down into position.

• Pull house wiring through knockout at the rear or

the top of the hood.

• Check to be sure the hood is level and centered. The

arrow shaped cutout in the back of the hood allows
viewing the marked centerline.

• Remove cover from junction box.

Drill Bottom Mounting Hole Locations

• Drill 1/8 pilot holes into the two lower mounting

holes. Enlarge the holes if they did not enter studs to
3/8 . Tap anchors for wall fasteners into bottom holes.
Install screws by hand into the fasteners to allow
anchors to expand against the wall. Remove screws.

• Using two large flat washers (supplied), install wood
screws or wall fastener screws, loosely, into lower
mounting holes. Do not tighten.

• Check hood level. Tighten upper screws. Tighten
lower mounting screws.

• For additional security, drive screws through the
original wood support screw holes in the back of
the hood.

Centerline of
Installation
Space

7" Min. Opening for Ductwork

15-3/8"

24"

to

36"

Wood
Support

Duct

Transition

Top of

Hood

Remove

Shipping

Tape on
Damper

Centerline of
Installation
Space

24"

to

36"

Cutout

IMPORTANT: Remove
shipping tape from
damper and check that
damper moves freely.

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IMPORTANT: For additional support and to minimize
vibration during operation, we strongly recommend
that the hood also be secured to the back wall with
wall fasteners.

4 Alternate Mounting Method

INSTALL HOOD TO SOFFIT
OR BENEATH CABINETS

SKIP THIS STEP IF USING WALL MOUNTING
METHOD

IMPORTANT: Soffit framing must be capable
of supporting 100 lbs.

When necessary, the hood may be installed so that
it is supported by the soffit.

• The soffit should be constructed with 2 x 4’s.

• Determine the installation location.

• Continue the centerline forward on the bottom
of the cabinet or soffit.

“A” “B”

Centerline to Opening

Center of Stud For Ductwork

30″ Models 14-1/2 10-3/4 W x 8-7/16 D
36″ Models 17-1/2 10-3/4 W x 8-7/16 D

• Mounting screws must be secured to 2 x 4 studs

(Dim. “A”) at locations shown in the above chart.

• Allow minimum opening (Dim. “B”) to
accommodate the duct transition in the soffit.

Cut a 10-3/4 x 8-7/16 hole through bottom of soffit or cabinet for
duct transition as shown.

• Drill four 1/8 pilot holes in locations shown.
– If mounting to the underside of a cabinet with

a recessed bottom, install shims to fill the gap.

Transition

1/4" Gap

Engage Keyhole Slots
and Push Back
to Wall

Add Shims
If Bottom
Is Recessed

Back
Wall

Cabinet

or

Soffit

• Drive mounting screws into the studs until they

protrude 1/4 . This 1/4 gap will provide clearance
to engage the keyhole slots in the top of the hood.

• Lift hood onto mounting screws. Slide back against
the rear wall.

• Pull house wiring through the knockout at the rear
or the top of the hood.

• Tighten mounting screws.

30" Models

7-1/16"

14-1/2"

C

14-1/2"

12"

29-7/8"

Top View, Front Side

2-9/16"

2-1/4"

2-3/8"

8-7/16"

10-3/4"

36" Models

7-1/16"

17-1/2"

C

17-1/2"

12"

35-7/8"

Top View, Front Side

2-9/16"

2-1/4"

2-3/8"

8-7/16"

10-3/4"

C

Top View, Front Side

2-3/8"

8-7/16"

5-3/8" 5-3/8"

Rear Wall

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